Curriculum Lead (Hybrid) Job Listing at University of California in Merced, CA (Job ID 69368)

Description

Hiring Range

The University of California, Merced is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The full salary range for this position is $75,200- $138,400.  The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $92,500 - $110,000.

Job Closing Date

Initial applicant review will begin on or around June 25th, 2024. Posting will remain open until filled.

This position is a Hybrid schedule for now.  This position will need to be on campus M-F once we are delivering the medical school curriculum in 2027.

This position is a three year contract .

About UC Merced

The University of California, Merced, is the newest of the University of California system's 10 campuses and the first American research university built in the 21st century. With more than 9,000 undergraduate and graduate students, UC Merced offers an environment that combines a commitment to diversity, inclusion, collaboration and professional development. With bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs, strong research and academic partnerships, and community involvement, the UC Merced campus is continually evolving and requires talented, knowledgeable and dynamic educators, researchers, management and staff.

Ranked among the best public universities in the nation by U.S. News and World Report, UC Merced is uniquely equipped to provide educational opportunities for highly qualified students from the San Joaquin Valley and throughout California. The campus enjoys a special connection with nearby Yosemite National Park, is on the cutting edge of sustainability in construction and design and supports the economic development of Merced and the region.

The Merced 2020 Project, a $1.3 billion public-private partnership unprecedented in higher education and completed in 2020, nearly doubled the physical capacity of the campus, enhancing academic distinction, student success and research excellence. UC Merced also operates the Downtown Campus Center, a $33 million, three-story administrative building located in the heart of Merced.

The university's mission of educational excellence and rigorous inquiry is powered by three schools and numerous research institutes and centers that seek scientific and social solutions for the Valley, California and the world. In partnership with UC San Francisco, UC Merced is preparing the way for a rigorous medical education program.

The course of UC Merced's evolution is piloted by a long-range strategic plan. Enacted in 2021, the 10-year blueprint is guiding how the values of equity and justice influence our pathway to earning Carnegie R1 research status, growing enrollment, upholding our identity as a minority-serving institution, and operationalizing how commitments to equity, diversity and inclusion are enacted in each campus unit.

About the Job

The Curriculum Lead works closely with the Office of Medical Education leadership and Medical Education faculty to support SJV PRIME+/OME's strategic vision by creating and managing long-term curricular goals. This includes but is not limited to: 

• Organizing program activities in accordance with the mission and goals of SJV PRIME+, which may include teaching and learning activities, program curriculum, learner scheduling, maintaining databases, tracking learner compliance, and learner assessment activities. 
• Creating and managing long-term curriculum goals. 
• Collaborating with faculty leadership in the development and implementation of program curriculum. 
• Conducting program evaluation and implementation of changes and interventions to ensure program goals are achieved. 
• Assists with dissemination of program outcomes to stakeholders and at regional, national and international conferences. 

The Curriculum Lead applies extensive knowledge of professional health education programs and policies to manage program activities, which may include teaching and learning activities, program curriculum, learner scheduling, maintaining databases, tracking learner compliance, and program accreditation. Participates in strategizing, planning, and implementation of substantial program improvements of large scope and high degrees of complexity.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serves as subject matter expert on medical education programs. Leads the development and implementation of programmatic activities, which may include program competencies, curriculum, and learner assessments. Serves as a liaison between all relevant stakeholders, which may include curriculum deans, course chairs, program directors, department chairs, department administration, clinical entities/partners, university collaborators, faculty, and learners.
  • Organizes program activities in accordance with the mission and goals of the program which may include teaching and learning activities, program curriculum, learner scheduling, maintaining databases, tracking learner compliance, and learner assessment activities. 
  • Collaborates with faculty leadership and assists in the development and implementation of program curriculum. 
  • Serves as principle liaison between leadership and faculty, contractors, organizers, learners, clinical entities/partners and administrators with regards to all facets of the logistical operations support of the SJV PRIME+ program. Functions as a lead to other health education professionals, providing direction and guidance and answering all questions.
• Develops and implements systems for learner assessment with program leadership. Ensures current programmatic and learner needs are met by assessing evaluation data trends; compiling and presenting data to program leadership; and actively leading and participating in continuous improvement efforts. 
• Evaluates the user experience of educational technologies to promote a wide-range of teaching and learning goals. Facilitates educational technology opportunities. Coordinates and implements technology-based solutions. Measures outcomes. 
• Develops and implements project proposals to achieve specifically designed results. May collaborate with other units to coordinate the effort involving a broad range of issues including problem identification, costs, benefits and options. 
• Manages program files and data, which may include individual learner files as well as program accreditation documentation in accordance with relevant regulatory and University policies. Creates reports to ensure accuracy and completeness of data. Uses data and analytics to identify, analyze, and resolve problems, which may be operational or educational. 
• Applies in-depth program curriculum expertise to advise all program learners on complex program requirements and facilitate decisions about their direction and schedules. 
• Coordinates all aspects of large scale, complex program social events and / or educational activities. Analyzes and establishes goals for activities and events regarding budgets, speakers, venue selection, partnerships, marketing strategies, and logistical requirements. Develops and maintains vendor relationships. Leads workshops and / or information sessions for learners, faculty, and staff. Manages long-term curricular goals.

Qualifications

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Public Health, Public Policy or related field and five or more years of related experience; and / or equivalent experience / training. (Required) 
• Master's degree in Education, Public Health, Public Policy or related field and / or equivalent experience / training. (Preferred)
• Five years of directly related, progressively responsible experience in educational program management, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. A master's degree is preferred, but may not substitute for the required years of experience. (Required)

CRITICAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Advanced knowledge of a health professions education program curriculum and requirements. Maintains a broad range of expertise in health professions education theory and best practices. 
• Advanced knowledge of administrative analysis and operations research. Demonstrated ability to apply knowledge and skills to develop and implement complex processes and systems improving program quality and efficiency and reducing cost. 
• Skills to evaluate issues and identify solutions within defined procedures and policies. Demonstrated ability to solve problems and suggest solutions through critical thinking process. 
• Excellent communicator; includes verbal and written, active listening, critical thinking, persuasiveness, advising and counseling skills. Ability to handle sensitive personal information with appropriate discretion and judgment. 
• Advanced interpersonal skills. Skills to work collaboratively coordinate and integrate with others throughout the organization. Successful experience working with people with a wide range of backgrounds and skills. 
• Advanced organizational and project management skills. Ability to lead a team, prioritize personal and team tasks and see projects through from inception to completion on schedule. 
• Advanced personal organization skills and ability to apply to administration of the entire program including organizing critical files for compliance. 
• In-depth knowledge of educational software and technologies to promote a wide-range of teaching and learning goals. 
• In-depth knowledge of data management, documentation methods used in investigating and presenting findings about the program. 
• Demonstrated leadership skills in training and guiding employees on educational techniques. Motivates and inspires staff to improve the health profession education services. 
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, Qualtrics, and learning management systems. (Preferred)

Background Check

Background check will be required.

Policy Statement

How to Apply:
An online application is required for each position to apply.The University of California, Merced is aware that some web-based application processes may be cumbersome for differently abled applicants. Where appropriate, alternative accommodations will be provided. For applicants with disabilities who need additional assistance using TAM, or reasonable accommodations during the interview or search process, please contact ucmjobs@ucmerced.edu.

Equal Employment Opportunity:
The University of California, Merced is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, pregnancy, or status as a disabled veteran or Vietnam-era veteran, or other protected categories covered by the UC Nondiscrimination and Affirmative Action Policy. UC Merced intentionally promotes and maintains a discrimination- and harassment-free workplace by demonstrating it neither condones nor tolerates employment practices that discriminate against or harass any person or specific group of persons on the basis listed above. We seek candidates who will support our vision to cultivate a vibrant, equity-minded, inclusive excellence university community. When applying to UC Merced, we strongly encourage you to reflect on our Principles of Community and our 2021 strategic plan.  

Vaccination Program Policy:

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy.  All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline.  For new University of California employees, the applicable deadline is 14 days after their first date of employment. 

Smoke and Tobacco Free Policy:
The University of California, Merced is a smoke and tobacco free workplace.  Information and the Smoke and Tobacco Free policy is available at http://smokefree.ucmerced.edu.

E-Verify:
All employers who receive Federal contracts and grants are required to comply with E-Verify, an  Internet-based system operated by the Department of Homeland  Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA). E-Verify electronically verifies employment eligibility by comparing information provided on the I-9 form to records in the DHS and SSA databases. Certain positions funded by federal contracts/subcontracts requires UC Merced to notify job applicants that an E-Verify check will be conducted and the successful candidate must pass the E-Verify check.

Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule:
For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University of California visit: http://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/

Employee Referral Program

This position is eligible for the UC Merced Employee Referral Program (ERP). If you were referred by a UC Merced employee, please identify that employee by name in your application as follows:

Step 5 of 7    (on the application)               Referrals          

How did you hear about the job?               (select) “other”

Additional information?                              (select) “other”

Specific Referral Source?                          (write in) first and last name of referring employee  

Referring employee MUST be named on application for eligibility. 

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